How I Afford Full-Time RV Living (NOT RETIRED) - Overnight Pickup Truck Camper Camping Real Life 

After 40 years in healthcare, RN, I truly enjoy your campfires and open spaces. Life is so sweet. Survived 3 cancers. My mantra ", I will survive. I will get by. The best is yet to come." Visualized campfires and wide open spaces to make an attainable goal😊 Really enjoy your videos and sense of humor. Mr. Make-it-do-and-improvise. Bravo Larry.

There is a book, "Walden on Wheels," by a guy who went to Duke University, lived in a van the entire time, and graduated with no debt.

If I can chime in here on the cost of camping full time. I purchased a truck for two grand and a camper for 1500.00 and after remodeling I have about 5 grand all in. So it can be done. I also find if you don't move around so much you tend to save more. It's nothing fancy but I love my rig and it works perfect for me. I have a video posted on Larry's FB group if anyone wants to see my rig.

Larry, starting a fire is the way it works for an individual. I'm an old boy scout they taught how ever you can get it to burn is what's important..

Aw dang it, Amazon! The little rug is from me off your wish list. The storage unit is huge! Great video, hi Mason! 👋

Mason is darling! You seem so happy and relaxed. I’m happy for you! All the best!

I start my camp fires the old-fashioned way, I use a propane torch. Works every time.

I'm so happy you leash your boy. For people without pets: There's not much sadder than a bird of prey or a coyote running off with one of our little pets! I like your camper! I've been in my RAV4 3 years and it's getting smaller and smaller!

I'm not sure how old Mason is but he's absolutely a sweetheart, what a great little dog to have around

The one thing you shd have on hand in both the camper and the Tracker is liquid benadryl. Its very effective if the unfortunate event of a snake bite happens for Mason or you. Its an affordable safety measure. I also keep some in the house for my dogs in case of bee stings. Thanks for sharing Mason w us!! Be safe and Happy Easter!

Larry, I enjoy watching, and listening to your “talks.” I am a nurse that works all the time. I have a beautiful jeep that is too expensive to take anywhere but the street. HOWEVER I will retire here in a few years and I am listening. I grew up camping with parents and before kids so not a newbie. I work with mental health and love what I do but I know the time will come when I lose the passion. At that time Clyde (my Aussie) and I will find our path. Keep being you that is what makes it fun to watch you and Mason. 👀👀

I'm a home inspector and have been for 22 years, I work very little but make good money when I do work. I have been semi retired for pretty much 15 years anyway. I do about 3 or 4 inspections a week and some weeks none. Everything I own is paid for including my house. I do what I want when I want like you apparently. I have a 2003 F250 with the 7.3L diesel, a 2014 Ram 1500, a 36ft 5th wheel travel trailer, A 2019 Model 3 Tesla and a 1997 Fish and ski boat. Everything is paid for in full so I don't have to slave away working my life away. Life is pretty sweet. I'm not rich by any means but I'm rich with time spent how I want to spend it.

To season your cast iron don’t use dish detergent on them. I just use hot water and steel wool to clean them. Never soak them in water. Make sure to dry them completely after washing and apply a thin layer of oil. I use spray cooking oil. Then I use a paper towel to wipe off the excess.

Hi Larry! Enjoyed the video. I've said it before but you really have attracted a very warm, caring, giving crew of viewers! I'm Happy to be part of your "View Crew"! You know, I really like how no matter what method you use to start a fire, a fire starts burning... Checkpoint: Met... LOL! Cool Storage unit!

Hi Ya Larry and Mason.Just want to say you are a wonderful Dad to Mason the way you take his needs into consideration is absolutley beautiful 🥰I have two dogs and people say they are spoilt,na they are just loved the way a Mother loves her children 🥰I love make fires i have a wood stove in my home and i look forward to winter to get it started I taught my Daughter how to start a fire ,now she has tweaked it to the way she like doing, she change from the way i do mine it works for her so there is no right or wrong way just Different ways .Thankyou for your hard efforts once again and I hope you have a wonderful time catching up with your Family .Stay Safe Stay Alert and Stay Happy with what your doing.sending love and Blessings to you both from Me V Australia🥰

A fire is a fire… doesn’t matter how it’s started… if it’s fire… it’s a success. 😁

I'm an RN and did a lot of camping as a travel nurse in the southwest. I loved it. I worked back to back 12 hour shifts by my contract. Didnt have to travel far from my assignment facility to get to a secluded spot. I had a small class c. Just came across your videos. Joe

What a joy every Tuesday to see Little Mason, he is beyond precious. Always love the locations you go to Larry & awesome sitting here listening to you, I feel as though I'm right there with you & my best friend Mason. Thanks for all your hard work , your tasty food, you & Mason's company. Have a great week !

Hi Larry! I couldn't find the video that you were talking about a woman screaming in the woods You did the right thing by not going out there, don't feel bad about it. It wasn't a woman screaming it was a lure, you may have turned up missing.

🎉Larry,I love watching your videos You have such a nice personality. You are so down to earth in the way you are. You have such a kind heart and sweet soul and spirit too. I’m sure everyone that meets you wants to be your friend. Thank you so much for sharing your time and videos You are Awesome.

You might even wanna use camp garden flag over your door window, inside camper. Thats such an awesome piece of work that your subscriber made.

Keep doing your thing dude enjoy the life , explore , meet people

I also prefer cooler weather for similar reasons. I have a German Shepherd and heat is her kryptonite. Her comfort is more important than mine so I'm always super aware when she starts to get uncomfortable it's time to move north.

5:27 I ♥️ that rug. Awesome gift!!! You’re such a great dad!!! 🐾 Enjoying watching y’all live the good life!!!

That's my exact thoughts about the weather too 👍😜 There's only so much you can take off before you get sun burnt and arrested 🤣

Your Mason reminds me of my Snuffy l just had to lay him to rest early February..@11 yrs old...he was my companion Lil Buddy... Still getting through that... Will get another one but in God's perfect timing... Have to heal.

Hey Larry If the fire starts you did it right! End of story. Haters gonna hate 😅

That drive up reminds me on Mt Lemmon in Tucson . I moved back to Alabama 10 yrs ago to pursue a career in Law Enforcement. I sure do miss that place. Keep doing what your doing. I live vicariously through you my friend.

Wow what a perfect gift for Mason, looks like a great fit as well. Love seeing dogs wear a harness so much kinder than tugging their neck. I so love your videos, i too prefer weather in the 70's. I am in Southern Ca now hot hot hot. Spent 2 years in Flagstaff so I enjoy seeing all the familiar places on your channel. Take care my man and he's faithful side kick Mason

Now my cup for my morning coffee is with the words full of wisdom: Work Less Enjoy Life More ... I repeat this to myself like a mantra over and over again.

I really do enjoy your videos a little Mason is so cute

Larry, Just like I used to tell the guys that worked for me when I did cabinets, There is no right or wrong way to cut crown mold.... as long as the end result was the same... If you end up with a fire.... you did it right. Forget what everyone else thinks...

I call it "Happy Tuesday" because I get to watch your video and get to see Mason boy...just love him! Such a nice spot you found. I can't stand the heat either.....no higher than 70 or I am not a happy camper. Sometimes when I don't have kindling to start my fire I have a bag of Matchlight and I just use two briskets to start the wood on fire....works great! I am going to make some of those green beans for dinner one night....they looked so good. Loved the storage unit...so cool. Enjoy time spent with your family. Maybe your sister can join you on another video sometime. take care and happy camping!

You are so informative! When I finally get out on my Journey with Jesus.. going to try and meet up with Ministry team.Have a 34:00 Blessed Resurrection Sunday!!!🙏✝️🌵🌴

I used to have the same kind of camper I only wish I knew what I had when I had it .

This guy is awesome. So relaxed and you really get the feeling of absolute, total freedom!

Nice relaxing enjoyable trip in the wide open spaces. I can understand why you would enjoy it so relaxing, quiet. We all need that in today’s world to keep our sanity. Looking forward to next video, take care.

"Only so many layers you can take off w/out getting arrested" Spit out my drink when you said that, you are too funny.

You seem like a really nice person but I'm really falling for Mason. You both have fun and be safe.☀️

Making scrambled egfs in cast iron dirties the pan. Frued eggs l eave less residue.

Always happy to see what adventures you and precious Mason find. You were talking about your favorite spots being full, I'm sorry. I have had two other RU-vidrs in the past few weeks saying they no longer give the locations where they stay. They have had folks come visit. While I realize they and you love to meet folks unfortunately sometimes it doesn't go well. I quite understand dear and think it's best. I've wondered what precautions you take to avoid snakes. They really want less to do with humans than humans want to do with them, but sometimes one could surprise the other with negative results. There are programs that teach dogs to steer clear of snakes- they are naturally curious but that could end badly. So glad you get to put all your eggs in one basket (storage), it will save time, money and frustration. Enjoy the time with your family dear. Thanks for the work it takes to bring all of us along. Stay safe and GOD bless

Hi Larry, very cool video with great content, It's pretty cool that you can travel and then work when you need to. Me & wife retired from the military 3 years ago, we decided we didn't want to be stuck being a slave to the system, so we bought a new Toyota Tacoma 4x4 Toyota to pull our Casita camper and have been on the road for 2 years and absolutely love it. We have camped all over Arizona, stayed in Quartzsite, Parker, and Lake Havasu area this past season. Julie and myself were computer analysts for the Air Force and now were doing the same job but working for the Department of Defense, but never have to report to an office, our little Casita camper is our office. We have boon docked quite often but we do camp a lot at military campgrounds. They are very affordable and always in pristine shape...

Thats nice place to work on the camper hope you get everything fixed up and back together soon don't want to miss any adventures God bless you and Mason

When I lived full time in a trailer I worked as a commercial electrician. I’d live cheap and save money and get laid off when the project was completed and hit the road. Sometimes I’d get hired by RV parks as a maintenance guy and get my space rent, hookups, for a few hours of work a week. I’m glad I lived that lifestyle while I was younger, it’s a good life. You have it made, and Mason looks like a great dog and a great friend. 👍

I look to be pursuing this lifestyle within the next year. getting me a dually and ill snag the camper after next winter. Just me and the dog just like you.. Sweet content brother

Larry, when you make fire it is hot and provides warmth and heat for cooking so it works 😊

The storage unit is brilliant Larry and so clean....so much room and you could stay in there for a few nights lol 😂😅😂😅😂 Mason looks chilled out Becky 🇬🇧 🇬🇧 XX

One of the objectives for any Full-timer is focus on getting a base camp. A base camp is any property which is own by a full timer. It is used as a place to settle down on for awhile. Evidentially, the base camp becomes a place for a place to retire. For you, a base camp is something for you to focus on as well as to think about. I like your videos. My interest in watching Nomadic Vlogs was a result of one RV'er whom I had stumble upon one night while watching RU-vid. For most viewers of any Nomad Blog is more like escapism and entertainment. Oddly I just like to watch travel videos. So Just enjoy life and work. For your viewers, they get a chance to see places which they are not able to go to.

Larry, you have to understand that some people on RU-vid are here for you and enjoy the things you do irregardless. Some people are like gnats. Gnats are always annoying and in your face. The more they see they bother you, the more they hang around. My friends I enjoy watching on RU-vid always have a thing, just say thank you for watching. Then go about enjoying making your video. They eventually go away. You'll discover how bad they can get when you go live lol 😂 some can get pretty vulgar. Always remember, as they taught us in the military, focus is the key to survival ❤

you should film everything with the new shop and repairs on the camper . thanks for making all the great videos

Commented on Facebook but just realized didn’t comment here. We watched last night as a family. Storage unit looks great!

Mason is soo cute. He's an American Longhair Chihuahua - I've got two Longhairs which are almost the same colour. Amazing dogs and he definitely loves his daddy. Great set up and an amazing camping spot. Also I have the same Sony Bluetooth speaker - seriously good unit! Hello from the UK

I camped up that way last month near West Spruce Mountain but moved in town to be closer to a bike race. I keep it light, sleeping in the car. BLM or State Trust land is the place to be, for me when needed.

I had a unit like that. Happened to be gone when somebody had an issue with the electrical system in their motorhome and it caught fire. Burned down the whole complex before the fire department could get there to stop it. Ruined a lot of peoples' plans for the future.

I love your channel. I’ve learned a lot. Thank you for taking us along on your adventures! As an aside, one of the things that always rings true, when I’m camping and cooking on an open fire is, “Flames are for warmth. Coals are for cooking.” I always make sure I keep my meat away from the flames and let it cook steadily and evenly over coals. I just keep moving coals over to where I’m cooking and let the flames stay on the other side of my open fire 🔥. Stay safe out there, you two!! 🧍‍♂️ 🐕 🏕️

I don't know, Mason looked like he eye rolled you when you asked him if he wanted to go for a walk. "Dad, you said coyotes and you don't know where we are." LOL

Hi, I just started watching your show and so, far it’s pretty interesting if you like camping out of your truck. I’m sure the money you’re saving on your living expenses your fuel expenses could offset it on a percentage. I some how managed to retire and I am now staying at home full time. This saves me on my car & truck expenses quite a bit! I am loving it myself. In my past I was a traveling construction worker and I found that I could make a better living out of town. So I traveled until I landed a manufacturing job with Nissan, Canton, Mississippi. I worked there for over 20 years and this job brought me to this retirement stage of my life that I am now enjoying. Of course I have planned and worked for this to work out and with a little luck 🍀 and God’s grace I have found myself in my happy place! Life is full of its challenges and people like you and I tend to go with the changes. Good luck 🍀 with your endeavors!

Nice storage unit, you needed that, now you can get it all together 😊

Happy Easter Larry! May GOD bless you and Mason, love from North Carolina 🇺🇲

I always carry a small bag of self lighting charcoal with me. Two or three pieces will start a fire fast on any wood.

Can you show us the work progress as you take apart and rebuild

I work as a substitute school teacher and travel all over the country. When I went down the road of wanting to do adventure camping and overlanding I bought a 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 with a 5.9L 12v Cummins. This engine is stupid simple and has very little electronics. Everything is mechanical and I can do all the maintenance in the parking lot if needed. The truck cost me $8,000 in 2016 off autotrader private sale. I have done lots of upgrades such as a deer saver bumper and brush guard, winch, engine powered air compressor, snorkel intake kit, airbag rear suspension, 2" lift, and I installed a double din dash kit with an 8" Alpine head unit with GPS and Bluetooth. It's just me, and I am perfectly content roughing it. I have a popup canopy from OverLand. I chose the AT Habitat, prior to that I was running a Palomino pop-up slide in camper. The AT Habitat, allows me to set up my bed anyway I want my imagination is the only limit. When popped up it gives me standing room in the bed and since I sleep in a hammock (yes in the truck bed) I don't need a bed. So, I have lots of room for storage and work/cooking space. When it's in the retracted position it looks like a normal canopy and I can stealth camp with it in the retracted position. I love my lifestyle. There are pros and cons, you learn to live with the cons. I have found that going north in the summer and south in the winter is the best way to avoid the biggest con which is the cold. I have a domicile address in South Dakota and I usually end up there every summer anyway. Being a substitute teacher, I literally work when I want. There is such a shortage of teachers in the country. It takes very little time or effort to find a school needing a sub. Right now I am subbing for a history teacher in PA who will be out the remainder of the year and once the school year is over I will be on vacation once again with plenty of $ in my bank account. I literally am living in my camper the school teachers parking lot (with permission of course) and come and go as I please, I use the staff locker room for shower and restroom use. I do have an outdoor shower set up on my truck and I have found using a 5 gallon bucket with a composting bags for toilet purposes works just fine and when I am out in the field, I just dig a hole about 8-12 inches deep and burry it. Whether in town or in the field, I like to either ride my bike or cruise on my OneWheel for just hanging out, quick store runs, or exploring. I avoid large cities/metro areas like the plague. I also avoid anywhere where the homeless population is allowed to just do whatever they want. These areas are (to me) extremely dangerous, full of crime, and the police are not able to do their jobs. I stick to rural areas and small towns and have never had a problem. I have always carried myself in a be respectful and you will be respected manner and I have been 100% fine. I do my best to be friendly and talk with the people where I am staying. Not only do you get to learn about the area, but you also make great connections and friendships. One thing I will say, before you even think about doing this kind of camping, make sure you buy a reliable rig. I prefer diesel powered rigs because of the torque they provide and when off-roading that's what you need. You can have 1000 horsepower but if you don't have any torque, you will be stuck. Get something that YOU can work on. If you have to take it to a shop every time for service it will cost you more and more as time goes on. Living this lifestyle is not easy, it's definitely a challenge. But YOU are what will determine if it's an adventure or a determent. Start thinking way way way outside the box.

Awesome video. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Love little Mason he's a cutie pie. Stay safe, and God bless your travels.

Your living my dream. I'm a 49year old flooring installer. Just found your channel. Thank you for your insight and knowledge that you share. Hope to maybe someday run into you in my own rig. Love the channel keep em coming!

Flax seed oil is the best for re-seasoning cast iron!

I just use a teaspoon of sesame oil to season my cast iron pan after use, wipe around with a paper towel.

You can't beat a good thrift store brother, the longer you keep posting videos seems they get better, maybe it's just me, went camping alone this year ended staying longer than I thought, really enjoyed it

First video ive seen on the channel and im definitely liking the vibe. Easy sub! Also damn dude thay storage unit is awesome! Wish i had something like that available near by!

LARRRYYYYYY!!!!!!!! Always love seeing your face! Totally forgot today was Tuesday you made my day!!❤ and make your fires however you want poo on those that complain about anything.

Really love how you take sure good care Mason Boy😊

Coat cotton balls in vaseline and store in empty pill bottles ,takes up less room and great fire starter.

I just came across your channel and I’m digging it so far and I dig your dog I also have a small dog but I don’t travel like you do I am disabled from a massive stroke and I am going to try and get a van so I can get out myself one day anyway good luck with your channel

Wow, I have been binge watching your trips. Vicariously camping through your videos!

I just found your channel. Love the content - I always enjoyed camping when I was younger. You make me want to do it again!

Here is a cheap sure fire way to start fires...$ store cotton balls and a lighter. 😊😊

Covered RV storage wirh power! My dream come true. I pulled out tie downs on my truck camper. Scarey to see it seperating and camper listing to one side. Thankfully, the Moab to Vegas drive was drama free. Upgraded to Class C. Needed safer steps to enter RV. Also, a bathroom and showerxwas nice. Love your❤🎉😂 new home.

Dam man ! Wow , great film job

Fire starter is my best freind in the woods Dryer lint all so the close to best

Hey Larry, I live in Arizona and I like it when you show different places in Arizona.. Also, would like to send you some things and some for Mason..how do I go about doing this? Really like your RV...Have a Nice Evening...

Love the gold pie pan

You are styling now with your new rug!! You too Mason!!❤

I'm 72 and a lefty too. I work part-time but have not for the past month from arthritis pain. Prying the shot I get April 1st will help so I can get back to work.

Awesome content. Just found your channel.

Good Ol Arizona camping... I know exactly where this is.

I actual use material around me when styn a few nts, gather my tinder bundle use flint n steal, always start at least one am fire 🔥, you nvr know when one may need this skill.

Like your honesty about the cost of your lifestyle. Reckon when you bought the Denali you needed a very reliable vehicle for work. Also success depends on appearances when you're in business which you are. Just think now you have a reliable truck to camp with. Used vehicles come with lots of ?s. As long as you take good care of it you know what you have and it's dependable. So NO regrets just a good investment in your future.

Great video and thanks for giving us the background of your channel. Congratulations on the success and growth! That is an awesome storage.

Love your Channel and about to get my SUV ready for some camping. Subscribers send you great things thanks for sharing. Titanium cutlery. I use wooden very light but not as sturdy as Titanium. Great Ideas

Aweseome shop brother! Cant wait to see you work on that camper, i hope you video the rebuild

Yep it was getting warm but the 2 last days down here it cooled of. By 5pm this evening it was WINDY and temps dropped to 55 real quick.

Add a chill mat for pets to your wish list. Nice vids.

Here in Wisconsin I prefer the temp to be in the low 60’s all day all year.

Hi Larry & Mason, great camping spot! Great video! Take care and stay safe!❤️🙏🏼👍🏼👍🏼✌🏼❤️🐶❤️

Hey i feel you working less is my thing. I work a couple of month then i travel 🙃 love it. Heading to Alaska.. I like your easy going life😊

I enjoyed the video. Stumbled upon this by accident.

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That little wash, looks good for prospecting for gold. Trim your wick to keep the soot down.

You make us all envious for boon-docking. I am wanting to travel out to Arizona. About 4 months ago I towed my Jayco trailer up to Parker Dam area. Want to travel toward Prescott and see some friends. It is time partially because of you encouraging me! Thanks Larry!

We love Slap Ya Mama seasoning on pork & chicken....it is awesome !!! We have found if you do a salt brine on thinner pork chops or chicken, they will be more juicy and not dry out. I sprinkle a bit of Slap Ya Mama in the brine....and it is a real hack. Beef we use lime juice based on Cowboy Kent's recommendations. He is a pretty awesome outdoor cook.

If you put a bit of cream cheese in your scrambled eggs, it’s delicious!